Angels shortstop Zach Neto, who hit .249 with 23 homers and 77 RBIs this season, might have to sit out the start of the 2025 season after having shoulder surgery.

Angels shortstop Zach Neto underwent surgery this week on his right shoulder, which may cause him to miss the start of the season. General manager Perry Minasian said Friday that Neto tried to rehab the injury for the first month of the offseason but was still feeling some discomfort,

While it was a down year for the Los Angeles Angels, shortstop Zach Neto developed into one of the more pivotal hitters in the team’s lineup. However, he may not have an opportunity to double down on his success to start the 2025 season.

Zach Neto emerged as the Los Angeles Angels' most valuable player this season, but the 23-year-old shortstop may not be ready to go by Opening Day in March.